New Job Vacancy United Nations at UNHCR Tanzania – Education Associate

External Relations Associate
locations Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
time type Full time
job requisition id JR2314037
Hardship Level B
Family Type Family
Residential location (if applicable)
Grade GS6
Staff Member / Affiliate Type General Service
Reason Regular > Executive Decision
Remote work accepted No
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Standard Job Description
External
Relations Associate Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The
External Relations Associate is normally supervised by the External
Relations Officer or another professional staff depending on the
staffing structure of the Office. The incumbent receives regular
guidance and advice from the supervisor. Advice and operational support
may also be received from other senior staff and support units at the
Country Office/HQ. External contacts are generally with a broad range of
officials from national and international institutions, media or
general public involving the exchange of a wide range of information.

All
UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as
reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated
authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which
includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies
and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability
frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their
responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional,
cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of
professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties
–
Provide background briefings to local and international media. – Keep
track of evolving issues concerning persons of concern to be able to
suggest stories and topics for the media to cover. – Provide daily
briefings on local developments to the Head of Office and ensure that
briefing materials from other offices are available. – Accompany visits
of foreign delegations and the media to refugee sites in the region,
giving appropriate briefings, commentaries and prepare briefing material
for visitors. – Establish contacts with local organisations to promote
general interest and understanding of refugee issues – Ensure that the
office is kept informed of local developments which may have a political
or operational impact on the office’s activities. – May be required to
compile information and SitReps received from the Field Offices and/or
sections within the Office and consolidate into weekly/monthly/quarterly
report. – Advise the Head of Office of local aspects of external
relations policies. – Liaise with external partners and local
organizations on behalf of UNHCR. – Produce reports and briefings for
internal and external partners. – Perform other related duties as
required.

Minimum Qualifications
Education & Professional Work Experience
Years of Experience / Degree Level

• For
  G6 – 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years
  relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher

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Field(s) of Education
Not applicable

Certificates and/or Licenses
Political
Sciences Social Sciences International Relations Journalism
Communication (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are
essential)

Relevant Job Experience
Essential Not
specified Desirable Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific
training relevant to functions of the position.

Functional Skills
IT-Web Content Management CO-Drafting and Documentation
TI-Interpretation IT-Computer Literacy (Functional Skills marked with an
asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements
For
International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English
and UN working language of the duty station if not English. For National
Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the
duty station if not English and local language. For General Service
jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty
station if not English.

All UNHCR workforce members must
individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment
where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties.
This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and
abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender
inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.

As individuals
and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to
inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and
speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR
resources when these issues arise.

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This
is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title
and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional
essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific
operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by
reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the
screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.

Desired Candidate Profile
Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2 level): Swahili, English

Desired languages
Operational context
Occupational Safety and Health Considerations:

Nature of Position:
Living and Working Conditions:

Additional Qualifications
Skills
CO-Drafting and Documentation, IT-Computer Literacy, IT-Web Content Management, TI-Interpretation

Education

• BA: Communication, BA: International Relations, BA: Journalism, BA: Social Science

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Certifications
Communication – Other, International Relations – Other, Journalism – Other, Political Science – Other, Social Sciences – Other

Work Experience
External Relations

Competencies
Accountability,
Analytical thinking, Client & results orientation, Commitment to
continuous learning, Communication, Innovation & creativity,
Organizational awareness, Political awareness, Teamwork &
collaboration
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Compendium
Additional Information
Functional clearance
This position doesn’t require a functional clearance
Job Posting End Date March 19, 2023